The directors of the Piedmont Community Foundation (PCF) are pleased to announce a $60,000 donation from Hospital Corporation of America (HCA Virginia), Broadlands Regional Medical Center (BRMC), to establish two new endowment funds at the community foundation.

Loudoun Interfaith Relief, Inc,(LIR) and Loudoun Volunteer Caregivers (LVC) each received a $30,000 deposit for their funds.

Executive director, Bonnie Inman, of Loudoun Interfaith Relief (LIR) expressed deep appreciation to BRMC and HCA for establishing the endowment and the addition of significant seed money.

"As the fund grows it will enable us to perpetuate our mission and ensure that we can help the children and families who need us," Inman said. "Everyday the hungry reach out to us and we are very grateful for those who help us help those less fortunate."

Nancy A. Sutton, executive director of Loudoun Volunteer Caregivers added, "With the establishment of this fund, BRMC has once again proven their commitment to the Loudoun community and the non-profits that serve the residents."

"One of my dreams, for the past five years, has been to have an endowment fund for Caregivers. I believe that having guaranteed income and unlimited potential for growth is a major stepping stone in financial security for Caregivers," Sutton said.

She concluded by saying, "When a working collaborative relationship exists among businesses and nonprofits, everyone benefits."

Megan Descutner, Director of Community and Government Relations for Broadlands Regional Medical Center (BRMC), an HCA Virginia facility, said, "We are pleased to help the Piedmont Community Foundation secure financial base for charitable work in our community."

BRMC, in addition to these two endowments, has also placed a previous fund with PCF benefiting the Windy Hill Senior Scholarship Fund to subsidize low rents for seniors.

"Above all else, HCA Virginia and BRMC are committed to the care and improvement of human life. We are thrilled to be helping some of Loudoun County's most effective community organizations further their good work," Descutner added.

Karen Krei, executive director of the Piedmont Community Foundation, praised HCA for the generous gifts the organization has made for the betterment of the community. The endowments demonstrate the important role a community foundation fills to build new philanthropic capital for our local area.

For information on how the community can contribute to the new endowment funds, contact Karen Krei at the Piedmont Community Foundation, 540-687-5223.